Atomic Structure Review

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Where are the protons located in an atom?

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In the nucleus.

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What is an electron cloud?

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It surrounds the nucleus and contains the electrons.

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What does the letter 'C' represent in atomic structure?

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Electrons.

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Atoms are the basic _________ of a chemical element.

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Unit.

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What is the charge of a proton?

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Positive.

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What are neutrons?

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Neutrons are particles in the nucleus of an atom that have no charge.

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What is the nucleus of an atom?

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The nucleus is the central part of an atom, containing protons and neutrons.

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What is the charge of an electron?

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Negative.

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What is the atomic number?

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The atomic number is the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is the mass number?

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The mass number is the total number of protons and neutrons in an atom's nucleus.